Proctor M T, Moore D J, Paterson J M
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel, UK.
J Bone Joint Surg Br. 1993 May;75(3):453-4. doi: 10.1302/0301-620X.75B3.8496221.
We reviewed 68 fractures of the distal radius in children, all treated by primary manipulation and plaster immobilisation. Complete displacement of the fracture and failure to achieve a perfect reduction were both associated with a significant increase in the chance of redisplacement. We recommend the use of percutaneous Kirschner wires to maintain a satisfactory position in all cases in which a perfect reduction cannot be achieved.